[Athena E.]

General Discussion Thread 25.02.2024​

G'day, members! I hope you’re all having a lovely day so far.

Got something on your mind? The General Discussion thread is the perfect place to chat about whatever you like—share a funny story, ask a question, have a good old discussion, or just drop in to say hello.

No need to be shy—we’re all here for a good chat!

 

[PearcePeter467]

Just like to raise the issue of sub titles on TV programs for people with hearing difficulties. I find it hard that it's not mandatory. I spend my evening switching channels to find something that I can follow the dialogue. Usually have to watch something I've already seen many times or put up with something I can only hear about 10%.
Advertisers should realise that a % of people with hearing problems don't watch their adds as they have switched the station looking for sub titled programs.
Got no where trying to talk to my local Federal politician.
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[Dotty33]

Not really a complaint, but then I guess it is
why when I come to open SDC each morning/afternoon, the first headline on the subject line is of someone’s passing?? I would prefer a happier subject first, then put the passing a bit further on, especially as you don’t say who it is.
I’m old too, and as sorry as I am to know of their passing, although not knowing who until further down the page, it’s not really the first thing I want to read In a morning.

ok that’s all …. Have a good day everyone

 

[Veggiepatch]

Just like to raise the issue of sub titles on TV programs for people with hearing difficulties. I find it hard that it's not mandatory. I spend my evening switching channels to find something that I can follow the dialogue. Usually have to watch something I've already seen many times or put up with something I can only hear about 10%.
Advertisers should realise that a % of people with hearing problems don't watch their adds as they have switched the station looking for sub titled programs.
Got no where trying to talk to my local Federal politician.
.

@PearcePeter467 what brand and model television do you have? Get back to me and I will research it on how to activate subtitles and I will get back to you here.

AFTERTHOUGHT: Televisions will keep the subtitle function active regardless of the channel. However, some advertisements block this function for reasons unknown.

 

[Athena E.]

Not really a complaint, but then I guess it is
why when I come to open SDC each morning/afternoon, the first headline on the subject line is of someone’s passing?? I would prefer a happier subject first, then put the passing a bit further on, especially as you don’t say who it is.
I’m old too, and as sorry as I am to know of their passing, although not knowing who until further down the page, it’s not really the first thing I want to read In a morning.

ok that’s all …. Have a good day everyone

Thank you for letting us know, @Dotty33 ! I'll forward your feedback to our content team

 

[HRV]

Just like to raise the issue of sub titles on TV programs for people with hearing difficulties. I find it hard that it's not mandatory. I spend my evening switching channels to find something that I can follow the dialogue. Usually have to watch something I've already seen many times or put up with something I can only hear about 10%.
Advertisers should realise that a % of people with hearing problems don't watch their adds as they have switched the station looking for sub titled programs.
Got no where trying to talk to my local Federal politician.
.

Modern remote controls have a subtitle button you can use for any regular tv program.